Actively reporting, writing, and editing on automotive news and since 2021, Dave has brought his acerbic wit and love of European car culture to brands such as HotCars, CarBuzz,and TopSpeed.

Lexus isn't exactly the first brand you'd think of when you picture premium convertibles. The Japanese company has always been better at building large luxury sedans and beefy SUVs like the Lexus LS ...

With an all-new Mini Hardtop on the way for the 2025 model year, Mini is wasting no time in filling out its lineup with high-performance versions. With 228 horsepower and 280 pounds-feet of torque ...

There is nothing quite like the experience of open-air driving. Being able to convert your car from one that seals you off from the elements to one that exposes you to them in all their splendor is ...

Designing a convertible goes a lot further than just chopping the roof off and calling it a day. There are a lot of structural decisions to consider, all of which impact performance. BMW did the ...

The more things change, the more they stay the same. And to some drivers, one of life's little joys is one that involves putting down the top, opening up to the sky, and feeling a little wind in your ...

Not many cars evoke the charm and fun-to-drive spirit of a Mini, especially with the open-air bliss a convertible provides. The 2025 Mini Cooper and Cooper S Convertible have arrived, and the droptop ...